Mohamed Aziz, a 72-year-old bookseller

Meet Mohamed Aziz, a 72-year-old bookseller from Rabat, Morocco, and one of the most photographed booksellers in the world.

In a country where 26% of the population is still illiterate, Aziz’s dedication to selling books is an act of love—for his city, for literature, and for the power of knowledge.

Orphaned at just six years old, Aziz faced a difficult childhood. He couldn’t finish high school because textbooks were too expensive. But at 15, he began his journey as a bookseller, starting with just nine books and a simple carpet under a tree in 1963.

Today, his bookstore is filled with thousands of books, and he spends his days immersed in stories. Reading for six to eight hours a day, he only pauses to eat, pray, smoke, and help customers. When he’s not at the shop, he roams the streets searching for more books to add to his collection.

For Aziz, books are his revenge against poverty and childhood hardships. He proudly says, “I have read over 4,000 books in Arabic, French, English, and Spanish—so I have lived more than 4,000 lives. Everyone should have that chance! All I need are two pillows and a book to enjoy my day.”

After more than 43 years in the same spot, he remains Rabat’s longest-serving bookseller.

When asked why he leaves his books unattended outside, he simply replied:
“Those who can’t read don’t steal books, and those who can—aren’t thieves.”

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